Fishing Charters in Tennessee
Browse fishing charters in Tennessee that can help you catch crappie.
Open Water Guide Service
Tiptonville, Tennessee
My name is Shane Walley and I am the head guide for Open Water Guide Service. I offer guided crappie and bluegill fishing trips on Reelfoot Lake in Northwest Tennessee.
Reelfootlakefishingguide
Hornbeak, Tennessee
Reelfoot lake fishing guide, reelfoot lake crappie guide, fishing guide, crappie guide.
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Scenic City Fishing Charters
Fishing Guide Service in Chattanooga, Tennessee specializing in catching trophy catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, walleye and crappie on the Tennessee River.
Medley Fishing School
Trout Fishing Guide Service, also Crappie, Giant Catfish, Walleye, Sauger, Shellcrackers & great fishing, Gardening Tips. 4 bedroom Lodge just .25 miles from Edgar Evins State Park, & .80 mile from the Caney Fork River and Center Hill Dam and Lake. Customer Lodging and full family reunions available. Fall Foliage tours available until end of November. Music venue for your birthday party. Real Estate Appraiser. Cooking Tips for wildgame.
Best Time to Catch Crappie
Crappie can be caught year-round in Lakeland. Right now in February, activity is Slow.
Seasonal Activity Chart
Crappie
Crappie fishing near Lakeland, Tennessee, can be quite rewarding, especially in the smaller lakes and sloughs connected to the Wolf River. These backwater areas provide the shallow, weedy habitat that crappie thrive in. Spring is the peak season, as crappie move into the shallows to spawn. Look for them around submerged brush, docks, and lily pads. A simple setup of a light rod and reel with 6-pound test line, a small jig, and a bobber is often all you need. Minnows are also effective bait. In the fall, crappie will school up in deeper water near structure. Try trolling jigs or minnows slowly to locate them. A local tip is to check the water clarity; if it's murky, use brighter colored jigs. Public access to some of these areas can be limited, so check local regulations before heading out. Remember that crappie are schooling fish, so if you catch one, there are likely more nearby.
How to Catch Crappie
Detailed fishing techniques coming soon for Crappie in Lakeland.
Crappie Fishing Regulations in Tennessee
Open Season
Year-round
Daily Bag Limit
15 per day
Size Limit
10-inch minimum
License Required
Freshwater fishing license
Some lakes have different length limits, so check local regulations.
⚠️ Always verify current regulations with the Tennessee state wildlife agency before fishing.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What's the best bait for crappie in the Lakeland area?
Small minnows and jigs are highly effective for catching crappie. Try different colors of jigs to see what the fish are biting on.
What is the crappie size limit in Tennessee?
You can only keep crappie that are 10 inches or longer.
What's the daily bag limit for crappie in Tennessee?
The daily bag limit for crappie is 15 per person.
When is the best time to fish for crappie near Lakeland?
Spring and fall are the best times to target crappie. They tend to congregate near structures in these seasons.
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